Operations Training Coordinator

At Link Snacks, we show up hungry, roll up our sleeves, plaid or otherwise, and dive straight into the hard work. We don’t hide from challenges; we hunt them down. We push harder, move faster, and take the kinds of big swings that built this business in the North Woods of Wisconsin four decades ago.

We’re everyday people who deliver extraordinary results. Innovation, creativity, and urgency aren’t buzzwords, they’re expectations. And just like the real protein snacks we make across our global house of brands—Jack Link’s®, Lorissa’s Kitchen®, Golden Island®, BiFi®, and Peperami® and KOOEE!® to name a few—there’s nothing artificial about us. What you see is exactly what you get: humble, gritty, passionate people who show up every day ready to not just be a participate in the meat snack industry that the Link Family created, but to move faster, innovate harder and keep raising the bar so high, the rest of the world needs a ladder just to see it.

Dominating this space across the world takes a team. A team that runs together, succeeds together, and celebrates together. A team that’s full of relentless energy and spirit that can only be fueled by one thing: a fist full of our delicious meat snacks.

Real Meat Protein. Real People. Real Results. THAT is Link Snacks.

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Operations Training Coordinator is responsible for developing, organizing, and delivering training programs that support safe, efficient, and consistent operations within the facility. This role ensures that team members receive the necessary training to meet regulatory, safety, quality, and operational standards. The Operations Training Coordinator partners closely with Operations, HR, Quality, and Safety teams to ensure training materials are accurate, training records are maintained, and team members receive the support needed to succeed in their roles.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Essential Job Functions)

Training Program Development & Delivery

• Coordinate, schedule, and deliver training for new hire orientation, safety programs, standard work processes, and operational skills.
• Develop and update training materials, manuals, visual aids, SOPs, and competency checklists.
• Facilitate hands‑on training on the production floor to ensure proper task understanding and skill proficiency.

Training Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain accurate training records, certifications, and requalification schedules in alignment with company and regulatory requirements.
• Audit training documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, food safety, and company training standards.

Operational Support & Continuous Improvement

• Partner with operations leadership to identify skill gaps and training needs.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by integrating new processes, equipment, or operational changes into training plans.
• Assist in developing cross‑training programs that improve labor flexibility and workforce capability.

Communication & Coordination

• Serve as a liaison between Operations, Quality, Safety, HR, and other departments to align training expectations.
• Communicate progress of training programs, completion rates, and identified gaps to leadership.
• Assist with onboarding coordination and ensuring a positive experience for new team members.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Maintain training calendars, classroom materials, training equipment, and learning spaces.
• Support the Operations Training Manager with reporting, metrics, training audits, and continuous improvement planning.
• Participate in safety initiatives, team meetings, and regulatory audits as required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the Team Member will be required to wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (i.e. beard/hairnet, ear plugs, frock, boots, etc.), stand for extended periods of time, and use hands/arms to push, pull, reach and occasionally lift above head.  The Team Member must occasionally lift, push, pull up to 25 pounds and 50 pounds infrequently. Team Members are requested to visually inspect equipment and/or product. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment is a plant setting with wet/slippery floors, varying degrees of temperatures with an average temperature of 40 degrees in the production area.  Team Members will be exposed to raw and/or cooked meat products and moving equipment and will be required to follow all Food Safety Quality requirements.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, operations, training, or related field.
• Experience facilitating training or coaching team members in a production environment.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to train, coach, and engage diverse groups of team members.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and learning management systems (LMS).
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.

The salary range for this role is $25 – $30 (Hourly).  Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, and candidate skill set and experience. Base pay is just one component of Jack Link’s Total Rewards package for Team Members. Other rewards may include annual incentive and program-specific awards. Jack Link’s provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members, including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k participation, paid holidays, and paid time off.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Jack Link’s provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state or local law.

E-VERIFY:
Jack Link’s is a participant in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.  For information about the E-Verify program, please visit:  http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.